Music
The pathos of the singer, gone more than 30 years, is palpable at a tribute show with short films and a panel chat.
Oct. 8, 2007
Music * ‘Pink Moon,’ by the late British folk singer Nick Drake, is just one little-known song to find success after ad exposure.
April 11, 2001
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June 6, 2011
Nick Drake “Pink Moon” (1972) Hannibal/Rykodisc If you care to speculate as to where Kurt Cobain might have headed artistically had he been able to fan enough of an inner spark to stay alive, it’s not unreasonable to hypothesize that, following his avowed desire to explore quiet, acoustic settings, and assuming further development as a guitarist and lyricist, he could have ended up with something like “Pink Moon.”
Dec. 1, 1994
Entertainment & Arts
Following the success of its Mods & Rockers Film Festival in July, American Cinematheque has scheduled what it is billing as a “coda” in October: a five-day event that includes the premieres of documentaries about musical greats Jimi Hendrix, Otis Redding and Nick Drake.
Sept. 10, 2007
In one of the songs they performed at the Roxy on Tuesday, the Chills listed their musical models--tragic geniuses such as Brian Wilson, Nick Drake and Syd Barrett, as well as happy genius Randy Newman.
Sept. 17, 1992
A feature spotlighting note-worthy re-releases and compilations. Artist: Nick Drake.
Dec. 7, 1986
California
As prosecutors pondered what charges to file against a Simi Valley business owner whom police suspect may have mistakenly shot a 17-year-old boy last weekend, Edward Drake entered a plea of not guilty Tuesday to a misdemeanor charge of driving with a suspended license.
Oct. 15, 1997
Travel & Experiences
Christopher O’Riley: A review of pianist Christopher O’Riley in Friday’s Calendar said that two weeks ago O’Riley performed songs by Nick Cave.
May 2, 2009
Shooting: Court will decide if the apparent case of mistaken identity was justifiable homicide. Friends have kind words, for both the auto repair man in custody and the victim.
Oct. 14, 1997